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Role Overview
Pizza Chef (Italian Pizzaiolo) at SIHAMCO. The role is based in Saudi Arabia, operating under the General Entertainment Authority, National Events Center, Riyadh Season and Jeddah Season.
Company Overview
SIHAMCO is a strategic partner operating since 2019 under the General Entertainment Authority, National Events Center, Riyadh Season and Jeddah Season. Since 2008, the company has been designing, constructing, and operating exceptional hospitality and entertainment experiences that blend local authenticity with global standards. All brands under SIHAMCO are homegrown Saudi concepts, fully developed in-house from initial vision through execution and operation. The portfolio includes over 25 original brands spanning Entertainment, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Wellness, and Family & Pet Entertainment. Signature brands include The Groves, ZodiaC Cuisine, Little Krazy, LucaLand, LucaPark, The Polar Ice Bar, Milk & Butter Nail Spa, Kooz Karak, Birds of Eden, El Lechazo, Khawaja Yanni, Zama Zulu, Hawanim Groves City, Vida Vera, The Groves Pizzeria and Gem-In-I. Brands are registered across the GCC and internationally including the United Kingdom, Egypt, and Morocco.
Role Purpose
The Pizza Chef will be responsible for the complete pizza-making process in a premium restaurant environment, from dough preparation through finishing. The role requires producing authentic, high-quality Italian-style pizzas consistently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining exceptional technical skills and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
Pizza Preparation & Cooking
- Prepare and cook authentic Italian-style pizzas, including Neapolitan, Roman, or other regional styles.
- Mix and ferment fresh pizza dough daily using traditional methods.
- Develop strong hand-stretching and dough-handling skills for optimal results.
- Slice, prepare, and store fresh pizza toppings, sauces, and cheeses.
Oven Operation & Management
- Operate and maintain wood-fired, gas, or stone ovens for optimal pizza cooking.
- Monitor oven temperature and cooking times to ensure pizzas are cooked evenly and to specification.
Quality & Standards
- Ensure food quality, presentation, and portion control standards are consistently met.
- Maintain consistency and quality during high-volume service.
- Comply with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
Kitchen Operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pizza station and kitchen area.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to refine recipes and contribute to menu development.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years' professional experience as a Pizza Chef, Pizzaiolo, or similar role.
- Proven experience preparing Italian-style pizza in a professional restaurant or pizzeria.
- Strong knowledge of traditional Italian pizza-making techniques.
- Experience working with professional pizza ovens.
- Knowledge of Neapolitan-style pizza is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of Italian ingredients and traditional flavour combinations.
- Culinary qualification or formal pizzaiolo training is an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent understanding of dough hydration, fermentation, proofing, and temperature control.
- Strong hand-stretching and dough-handling skills.
- Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP standards.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural kitchen team.
- Professional appearance, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
Additional Information
Benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards and experience.
- Visa (1 year temporary) and flights into the country for non-citizens.
- Accommodation.
- Transportation Allowance.
- Career development and internal promotions across departments and seasons.
- Creative and collaborative work culture built on passion, innovation, and attention to detail.
- Exposure to high-end hospitality and entertainment concepts to gain experience in premium Food & Beverage and entertainment.
- Experience working on premium events within The Groves and Riyadh Season.
- Cultural diversity through a team of passionate professionals from around the world.